Once-coveted items, from vintage vinyl to limited-edition toys, are now gathering dust in attics and failing to sell online as market saturation and shifting tastes redefine what's truly collectible.
Cotton markets opened the week under renewed pressure, with prices falling for a second consecutive session. The decline comes as export commitments lag significantly behind historical averages and managed money traders increase their bearish bets.
Lean hog futures extended losses into Friday's session, pressured by a dip in the national cash market. Despite the weekly decline, a significant build in managed money net-long positions suggests some traders are betting on a near-term recovery as the calendar turns.
Corn futures extended their recent slide to start the week, pressured by a stronger dollar and ongoing adjustments in trader positioning. Despite robust export commitments, concerns over South American harvest progress and speculative activity are keeping the market on the back foot.
Soybean markets opened February on a weaker note, extending losses from the previous week as sluggish export sales and advancing harvests in South America weigh on prices. Analysts are watching key USDA data for further direction.
Wheat markets opened the week under pressure, with futures across Chicago, Kansas City, and Minneapolis exchanges trading lower. A stronger U.S. dollar and mixed fundamental data, including a key Taiwanese purchase, set the tone for a cautious start.
Live cattle futures closed mostly lower Friday, pressured by a key government report showing a slight decline in the national cattle inventory. While cash markets showed some resilience, the data points to ongoing tightness in beef supplies.
American Express reports a significant 15% year-over-year jump in cardholder spending at luxury merchants in Q4, as the premium card network doubles down on its affluent customer base and weighs in on political debates over credit card interest rates.
Senator James Lankford's annual oversight report details what he calls wasteful federal spending, including controversial NIH-funded projects on transgender-related animal testing and aborted fetal tissue research, reigniting debates on scientific priorities and fiscal responsibility.
Despite recent volatility in silver prices, Wheaton Precious Metals' unique streaming model positions it to generate robust cash flow, making it a standout choice for exposure to the precious metal.
A Utah couple with a $180,000 income sought advice on using a $7,300 bonus. Dave Ramsey's firm counsel: shore up emergency savings, attack their HELOC debt, and postpone both a long-awaited honeymoon and speculative IPO investing until their financial foundation is secure.
While Gen Digital's stock has significantly underperformed the broader market, analysts point to robust earnings, solid bookings growth, and raised guidance as reasons for a cautiously optimistic 'Moderate Buy' consensus, despite glaring inconsistencies in quarterly execution.
At the NGA Show, industry leaders issued a stark warning: community ties alone won't save local grocers from being outpaced by tech-savvy giants and shifting consumer habits. A clear digital roadmap is now non-negotiable for survival.
A new IAB initiative aims to overhaul fragmented marketing measurement with interoperable standards, as a report warns AI could entrench opaque decision-making despite promising billions in unlocked value.
Wells Fargo's board has approved a 28% compensation increase for CEO Charlie Scharf, bringing his total package to $40 million for the past year. The move comes as the bank, under Scharf's leadership since 2019, has recently shed major regulatory penalties stemming from its fake accounts scandal.
Egypt reopened the Rafah border crossing on Tuesday, allowing the first medical evacuation from Gaza since its latest closure. A critically wounded Palestinian patient was transferred to an Egyptian hospital, amid ongoing hostilities in the Strip.
A new report from crypto market maker Wintermute Ventures forecasts a seismic shift, arguing that blockchain-based prediction markets will begin displacing traditional insurance by making hyper-specific risks tradable. The firm outlines a future where decentralized infrastructure becomes the new clearing layer for a programmable global economy.
Hess Midstream Partners LP (HESM) signals a pivotal shift towards robust free cash flow generation, forecasting a 40% drop in capital expenditures for 2026 as its core system build-out concludes. Despite near-term weather headwinds, strong minimum volume commitments underpin financial targets through 2028.
While Colgate-Palmolive's stock has trailed the S&P 500 over the past year, Wall Street analysts see a resilient business model and strong international presence supporting long-term growth, maintaining a 'Moderate Buy' consensus.
Target's Michael Fiddelke and Walmart's John Furner step into the CEO role, outlining priorities to reinvigorate growth and customer loyalty amid operational and social challenges.
